NETEC News & Blog
Handle with Care: Key Takeaways on Special Pathogen Waste Management
Read about the top takeaways from the NETEC webinar, "Handle with Care: Special Pathogen Waste Management," featuring expert guidance on best practices, regulatory compliance, and coordination strategies for managing infectious waste.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and NETEC Lead Regional Training on Special Pathogens Lab Skills
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and NETEC recently hosted a hands-on special pathogen skills training for lab technicians and directors, equipping participants with essential knowledge and experience to safely handle high-consequence infectious diseases.
Prepared to Respond Together: Strengthening Partnerships in Healthcare and Public Health
In the recent webinar "Prepared to Respond Together: Local Healthcare and Public Health System Partnerships" sponsored by the Common Health Coalition, experts explored how healthcare and public health can strengthen collaboration and build systems ready for any emergency—anytime.
Avoiding Spring Break Fever: How to Stay Healthy While Traveling
The latest episode of the podcast with special guests Dr. Henry Wu from Emory University and Dr. Laura Dickson from UTMB covers essential travel health tips. Here are the takeaways for a worry-free getaway.
Top Takeaways: N95 Respirators and Respiratory Protection
Navigating the world of respiratory protection can be complex, even during periods of relative calm. The NETEC webinar, “PPE From A to Z: N95s and Respiratory Protection,” provided valuable insights for healthcare professionals. Here are the top takeaways.
Key Takeaways from “The Joint Commission, PPE, and Me” Webinar
Panelists from the webinar on The Joint Commission Standards and PPE address how healthcare facilities can implement the new special pathogen preparedness requirements.
PPE and The Joint Commission Standards on the Podcast: Key Insights for Healthcare
In the latest episode of “Transmission Interrupted,” host Jill Morgan, a nurse at Emory University Hospital, sat down with her co-chair on the NETEC PPE workgroup, Brooke Henriksen from Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. Together, they recap key takeaways from the recent webinar, "The Joint Commission, PPE, and Me," and answer some of the most frequently asked questions about PPE.
Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome in the Spotlight: Understanding Risks After Betsy Arakawa’s Tragic Death
The recent passing of Betsy Arakawa, wife of the late actor Gene Hackman, due to hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) has brought renewed attention to this rare but serious disease. Here's what health care providers need to know about the risks, symptoms, and prevention of HPS.
NETEC Annual Report 2024: Advancing America’s National Health Security
Highlights from NETEC's FY24 Annual Report, underscoring our continued commitment to national health security and special pathogen preparedness.
Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers in South America: Key Takeaways from a NETEC Webinar
Read the key takeaways from NETEC’s webinar on Bolivian and Argentine Hemorrhagic Fevers, their impact, prevention strategies, and healthcare challenges.